Maintenance Technician

Union 200 E Grove St Westfield, NJ 7090, USA Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. We are in search of an experienced Maintenance Technician in Union County, NJ to repair the residences of the individuals that are supported by our organization. The Maintenance Technician maintains residential homes, facilities, and vehicles. This person is responsible for repairing issues that arise, completing regular maintenance plans, and working with local management to contract external contractors. This requires on-call, emergency response and possible weekend hours. This candidate must have reliable transportation and must have experience assembling furniture. Starting pay is $24.04/hour Responsibilities Develop a schedule of basic maintenance tasks Complete required maintenance tasks in a timely manner Ensure repairs are made timely in a way that is safe and in compliance with the local laws and regulations Install, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical systems and structural components including appliances, fans, lights, flooring, carpets, paneling, doors, etc. Perform basic maintenance tasks including painting, spackling, and basic electrical or plumbing work Advise management when an outside contractor may be necessary Review contractor estimates to ensure they accurately reflect the required repairs and reasonable job costs Follow OSHA guidelines for safety and the proper handling of tools Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned Qualifications High School Diploma or GED with three years of maintenance experience Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record Complete all state and agency required training per state guidelines Ability to work safely with hands and power tools Experience with problem solving against multiple priorities Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations Excellent verbal and written communication skills Why Community Options? Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday Generous PTO Employee Incentive & Discount Programs 403b Retirement Plan Incredible career growth opportunities Send resume to: View email address on click.appcast.io Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr